I opted for the purchase of this hotplate, since it was enough exactly my needs on a hotplate. It should be easy and inexpensive. Furthermore, there should be no induction plate. This complies with the hotplate. What bothers me a bit, unfortunately, is the fact that the board has no tub for collecting overflowing liquids. Moreover, one should expect that the label on the knobs (and company name) going after a relatively short time. This also led to the deduction of points. But who can live with the two small flaws, which I can recommend buying after several months, almost daily use.